Warehouse Operations Lead

J.F. Electric, Incorporated.; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

J.F. Electric, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Manager in Edwardsville, IL to lead daily warehouse operations, manage inventory and oversee tool and fleet coordination. You will actively participate in hands-on duties while driving safety and efficiency across projects.

The role requires leadership experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with PMs, craftsmen, and office staff. This is a full-time on-site position in Illinois.

Qualifications

• Experience leading warehouse operations and logistics with a focus on safety.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail in inventory control.
• Ability to collaborate with PMs, craftsmen, office staff and third parties.
• Proficiency with WMS and Microsoft applications including Outlook, Excel and Teams.
• Manual handling of materials over 60 lbs and working in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead warehouse staff, provide guidance and training on equipment while overseeing tool management
• Schedule tasks, assign duties, ensure activities are performed effectively while responding to fluctuating workloads
• Create pick tickets and labels, pull, organize, stage and document orders to ensure accurate fulfillment to job site
• Receive, examine and inspect deliveries, reporting any damage or shortages to Project Managers promptly
• Coordinate warehouse personnel, vehicles, equipment, tooling and material deliveries to meet project schedules
• Maintain accurate inventory records, review aging inventory monthly and coordinate disposition with PMs
• Maintain a safe and organized work environment, adhering to all safety protocols and SOPs
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase operational efficiency
• Coordinate preventive maintenance and required inspections for warehouse equipment, vehicles, and trailers
• Review and process invoices, approve expenses within authority and allocate costs to the appropriate projects
• Maintain a clean, orderly warehouse and yard through daily housekeeping assignments and inspections
• Ensure telephone calls, voicemails, text messages and emails are answered promptly with resolution
• Work on special projects as assigned by the Department Manager
• Review, enter and track employee time, schedule and approve overtime
• Assess employee performance, provide coaching and corrective action while supporting development

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Prioritizing

Valid driver's license

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Warehouse Management System

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Teams

Job description

J.F. Electric, Inc. is seeking a Warehouse Manager in Edwardsville, IL to lead daily warehouse operations, manage inventory and oversee tool and fleet coordination. You will actively participate in hands-on duties while driving safety and efficiency across projects.

The role requires leadership experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work with PMs, craftsmen, and office staff. This is a full-time on-site position in Illinois.